Atty. Richard James Pocker

Atty. Richard James Pocker

Richard James Pocker is a lawyer practicing litigation. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Richard James Pocker at a glance

Richard James Pocker is an Administrative Partner based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1980), California (1984), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985), and Nevada (1988). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Virginia (B.A. Economics, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Clark County, Ohio State and American Bar Associations State Bar of Arizona State Bar of California State Bar of Nevada (Chairman, Southern Nevada Disciplinary Board, 1999-2002) National Association of Former U, S, and Attorneys Nevada American Inn of Court. Serands clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard James Pocker is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Richard practices at Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP in Las Vegas, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Richard James Pocker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard James Pocker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Las Vegas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard James Pocker

Where is Richard James Pocker's law office located?
Richard James Pocker's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard James Pocker handle?
Richard James Pocker focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Richard James Pocker practiced law?
Richard James Pocker has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Richard James Pocker go to law school?
Richard James Pocker earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Economics, 1977).
How can I contact Richard James Pocker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard James Pocker received?
Richard James Pocker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1980
B.A. Economics
University of Virginia
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1980
California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
Nevada
Admitted: 1988
Arizona
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1991
New York
Admitted: 2010

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